Archaeological Technician I

Troy University; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A university in Michigan is seeking a responsible Archaeological Technician I to work with archaeological collections in its laboratory. The role involves curation tasks like processing new collections, stabilizing existing ones, and maintaining inventory. Candidates should have a high school diploma, be current students at the university, and either freshman or sophomore status. This position involves some physical work, including lifting artifacts up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Work with archaeological collections in the lab.
• Process newly acquired collections for curation.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all collections.
• Assist anthropology faculty in meeting federal guidelines.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completed ANT 2200

Current Troy University Student

Freshman or Sophomore classification

Job description

Division: College of Education and Behavioral Sciences

Campus: Troy

Work Status: Student (SPT) / Temporary

Location: Troy - T01

Job Summary

The Archaeological Technician I position is responsible for working with archaeological collections in the Troy University Archaeological Research Center laboratory. The curation tasks involve processing any newly acquired collections for curation, stabilizing existing collections, and maintaining an up-to-date inventory of all the collections. Primary duties include transferring artifacts into new bags and boxes that meet the curation standard. This position will also assist the anthropology faculty in ensuring our collections meet federal guidelines related to the Native American Graves Repatriation and Protection Act (NAGPRA).

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have completed the course ANT 2200
• Current Troy University Student
• Freshman or Sophomore classification

Work Hours

To be determined

Physical Demands

Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs.

Supervisor Responsibility

Not specified

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Troy University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative Action employer. Troy University participates in eVerify.